Vancouver International Airport (YVR): Approximate driving time is 2 hours 20 minutes and distance is 84 miles.

Driving directions from Vancouver International Airport: Exit the airport on Grant McConachie Way and follow the signs for Hwy 99N over the Arthur Laing Bridge and onto Granville St. Continue north on Granville St for about four miles and onto the Granville St Bridge. On the bridge, move to the far right lane, and then take the Seymour St exit. Continue on Seymour St to Georgia St, and then turn left onto Georgia St. Continue on Georgia St though Stanley Park and over the Lions Gate Bridge. Take the W Vancouver exit onto Marine Dr W, and then move to the far right lane. Take the first right onto Taylor Way and travel up the hill. Go under the overpass, and then turn left onto Hwy 99N. Continue north on Hwy 99 for about 62 miles to Whistler. Once in Whistler, turn right onto Village Gate Blvd. At the first traffic light, turn left onto Northlands Blvd. Turn right onto Lorimer Rd. Pass the first entrance to Blackcomb Way on the right, and then turn left onto the second entrance to Blackcomb Way. Turn right onto Spearhead Dr. Resort is on left.

A shuttle service that operates vans and buses is the most popular way of getting from the airport to the hotel, and one-way fares are more than $36. Fee subject to change without notice. This shuttle service picks up at the “Whistler” bus stops located immediately outside the airport arrival areas. Advance reservations are suggested. Rental cars, taxis, and limos are also available. One-way taxi and limo fares are more than $36. Fee subject to change without notice. Car rentals are available online. Winter driving conditions can be hazardous, making the shuttle preferable for many guests. Regularly scheduled helicopter service between the airport and Whistler is available, as are chartered sea planes during the summer season.

Getting around: The village of Whistler is compact and pedestrian-friendly, so walking is a popular and convenient way of getting around year round. WAVE, the local public bus system, provides free service throughout Whistler Village, including a shuttle between Whistler Village, Upper Village, and the Benchlands, where the resort is located. Taxis are also available. Renting a car is necessary only for travel to outlying areas. During the summer season bikes are popular, and the area offers an excellent network of bike paths.

Nearby restaurants:
La Rua – Casual fine-dining restaurant offering dinner daily. Mediterranean decor and a European menu influenced by Pacific Northwest ingredients and flavors.

The Wildflower – Located in the Chateau Whistler Resort, this upscale restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily. Pacific Northwest and Asian cuisine. Extensive wine list.

Chef Bernard – Deli-style breakfast and lunch daily with an emphasis on organic and natural foods.

Amenity highlights: Guests have access to an outdoor pool, sauna, and glass-domed outdoor spa tub. A guest services desk, ski lockers, coin laundry, and secured underground parking (fee) are among the hotel’s conveniences.

Insider tip: The Marquise is less than 1 mile from Upper Village, a shopping area at the base of Blackcomb Mountain with boutiques, a grocery store, a beer and wine store, and equipment rental shops. A free shuttle operates continuously between the hotel and both Upper Village and the main village below.

The hotel is 1 mile from the Chateau Whistler Golf Course, a spectacular 18-hole championship facility carved out of the side of the mountain. The hotel is surrounded by both hiking and biking trails, and is 1 mile from Lost Lake, with its beaches and barbecue facilities.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.